Windows 10: File explorer crashes when creating new folder!

Discus and support File explorer crashes when creating new folder! in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; this only happens when creating a new folder, and only on my user... Whenever I try it on an alternate account, it doesn't happen...... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by mkwell-[xboxvenue], Apr 20, 2019.

  1. File explorer crashes when creating new folder!


    this only happens when creating a new folder, and only on my user...

    Whenever I try it on an alternate account, it doesn't happen...

    :)
     
    mkwell-[xboxvenue], Apr 20, 2019
    #1
  2. Keatoboy Win User

    File Explorer crashes when creating new folders

    Hi,

    Neither of these fixes works. I can also tell you that when I click the 'New Folder' short cut button, I can create it without File Explorer crashing if I leave the name as 'New Folder'. However if I give it a name whilst creating the folder or try renaming
    it after creating the folder, File Explorer still crashes.

    Kind Regards
     
    Keatoboy, Apr 20, 2019
    #2
  3. creating new folder problem in windows 10 creator

    Hi Gudiya,

    The problem you've encountered in creating a folder could be caused by software or program conflict as the issue appeared a few days after installing the Windows 10 Creators update. For us to know if this only occurs when creating a new folder from the desktop,
    we suggest that you try creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut or from File Explorer. Please refer to the steps below:

    Creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut.

    • Click on the desktop.
    • Press CTRL + SHIFT + N.
    • A new folder should be created.

    Creating a new folder from File Explorer.

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Hover your mouse on the location where you want to create a new folder.
    • Right-click it, go to New > Folder.

    In case the problem persists, then we suggest that you go ahead and perform a clean boot. Doing so will start your computer using minimal drivers to help us determine what conflict is causing the problem. Check out
    How to perform a clean boot in Windows for the detailed steps.

    Let us know the result so we can further assist you.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, Apr 20, 2019
    #3
  4. Marc Cai Win User

    File explorer crashes when creating new folder!

    File Explorer crashes when creating new folders

    Hi,

    We got you on this. We have a few methods that you can try to resolve the issue with File Explorer crashing when trying to create a new folder. At first, please try to check for System File error by using the
    System File Checker (sfc /scannow).

    Next that you can try is this method:

    1. Type in Start search/Cortana File Explorer Options and hit Enter.

    2. Under the General tab, on Privacy section, click on
    Clear button, and deselect the following options:

    • Show frequently use folders in Quick access.
    • Show recently used folders in Quick access.

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    Once done, please try to create folders and see if the crash still happens.

    Update us about any results.
     
    Marc Cai, Apr 20, 2019
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